Mrs. Lopez and Six Confirmation Girls (Lower West Side series) 1985

"Mrs. Lopez and Six Confirmation Girls (Lower West Side series)" is a 1985 black and white photograph by Milton Rogovin, part of his ongoing project documenting the Lower West Side of Buffalo, New York. Rogovin's work is known for its intimate portrayal of everyday life, and this image is a prime example. It depicts a group of women and children, likely a family, gathered on the steps of their home. The composition, with the women standing and the children sitting, suggests a sense of both unity and hierarchy. The image, though simple, conveys a powerful sense of family and community.